A few days before the start of the legendary race it is named after, Specialized has unveiled a brand new Roubaix. The new bike builds on the 2016 redesign and is claimed to be more aerodynamic not only than the bike it replaces but also Specialized’s current Tarmac SL6 race bike, whilst also having lighter, … Read more
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The Olight M2R Warrior may not be designed with cycling in mind, but it does a good job when used both on and off-road for a tidy price. It stands up to the competition in a hotly contested price range and although it’s not cycling-specific, it does have the bonus that it can be used … Read more
Footage has emerged of a cyclist getting a tow from a truck on the A41 dual carriageway in Wolverhampton – and apparently, it’s not the first time he has done it. According to the London Economic, the footage was shot on Monday afternoon, and at times the presence of tram tracks also create an additional … Read more
Chris Froome says he had issues trusting Sir Bradley Wiggins during the 2012 Tour de France, and that he considered attacking his former team-mate.The Team Sky pair finished first and second overall, with Wiggins becoming the first British rider to win the yellow jersey.But it was evident that there were tensions between the pair, highlighted … Read more
The new Look 795 Blade RS is all about speed, with its design focusing on stiffness and aerodynamics yet without a huge sacrifice to overall comfort. An impressive combination to achieve, and a very nice bike to ride – whether you’re racing or just out for a razz. Pros: Massively efficient; sublime handling through the … Read more
TF2 Lubricant Smart Spray with Teflon is a great solution to keeping your bike and components running smoothly and squeak-free, taking pretty much everything in its stride. Pros: Stands up well to bad weather; smart spray head works better than the straw Cons: Can get washed off your chain quite quickly in really heavy rain … Read more
They might be called Lightweight, but anyone familiar with the German brand will know that you need a very heavy wallet to afford any of their stunning handbuilt carbon wheelsets – and with the launch of new limited edition versions of the Meilenstein and Meilenstein Obermayer wheels in collaboration with CeramicSpeed, the luxury has extended even further. Review: Lightweight Meilenstein C Disc wheels Video: CeramicSpeed Driven – … Read more
